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The proposed rule would allow states to develop design standards for
resurfacing, restoration and rehabilitation projects for freeways, including those
on the interstate system.
HIGHWAY DESIGN
STANDARDS PROPOSED
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has published a
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to allow state departments of
transportation more flexibility with design standards to repair the nation’s
freeways and interstate highways.
“The FHWA proposes to provide regulatory relief to states to
address the immediate repair needs of our nation’s roadways without
compromising safety and efficiency,” Federal Highway Administrator
Nicole R. Nason said.
The rule would allow states to develop design standards for resurfacing,
restoration, and rehabilitation projects — commonly known as RRR —
for freeways, including those on the interstate system, which has been a
longstanding practice for non-freeway projects.
Consistent with federal law, RRR standards would be required to
preserve and extend the service life of the existing roads and enhance
highway safety. This change would allow states to develop RRR freeway
projects using a performance-based, flexible approach.
The RRR standards developed by states would be subject to FHWA
approval. FHWA would continue to work with state departments of
transportation as they develop RRR design standards that integrate safety
and cost-effectiveness.
The rule also proposes to incorporate the latest versions of design
standards and standard specifications that have been previously adopted.
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